[committee] Clarification of AARNet charging model

[Adrian Chadd]

> We can write a letter of complaint to ITS, but I'm not sure if it's
> worth the effort. I spoke to Maxine Gamble about all this, who is the
> Business Manager at ITS, and she already indicated that the
> subscription fee wouldn't be reduced. There's really only one person
> senior to Maxine (John Arfield, University Librarian / Director of
> ITS) and I don't think he's likely to see the situation any
> differently. Plus, as some members have noted, UCC isn't a
> particularly major player as far as use of the AARNet connection goes,
> and it's not like we can threaten to get our internet access from
> elsewhere...

You alone, perhaps not. If you wanted to be public about it,
and compare the AARNet pricing/benefits to the -general internet-
pricing and benefits, you may be able to attract some attention.

I'd also investigate the AARNet contract in its current form
to see whether it includes that anti-competition clause.



Adrian